17 May 2016
Dubai - A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Dubai Government Human Resources department (DGHR) and the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), based in London, has been signed during the 16th edition of the UAE Career Exhibition.

The (MoU) is about cooperation in developing the human resources function, working together in specific areas such as research projects related to the UAE and Gulf area. 

HE Amal Bin Adi, Director General of the DGHR, and Matthew Mee, Managing Director of the CIPD office in the Middle-East, based in Dubai Knowledge Park, have signed the (MoU) on behalf of the DGHR and CIPD.

The (MoU) will last for two years, from the 16th of May 2016 until the 15th of May 2018, it addresses exchange of expert knowledge and collaboration in events and activities which take place in the region and are related to HR. 

The (MoU) also offers support for professionals who work in the HR field and wish to obtain the (CIPD) membership, and prepare HR qualifications programmes in the field of HR which the CIPD would offer to interested people within the UAE and the region.  

HE Amal Bin Adi, Director General of the DGHR, emphasized the importance of the constant learning and development, to equip employees with knowledge and skills in certain areas to improve their performance at work which in return would enable government departments to achieve their targets.    

She said; "Training is a great investment in HR, which would benefit both employers and employees, it is a continual educational process to improve intellectual capabilities and communication skills among employee and his/her colleagues, leaders and public.  It is also meant to teach the ability to adapt with new managerial, technical and social changes and gain new talents which enable them to upgrade to higher positions. The morale should always remain high and should reflect on the welfare of the employee and the corporate happiness and the standard of service delivery." 

HE added, "Because DGHR recognizes the huge significance of training and professionalism, it initiated partnership and collaboration with many organizations and institutes specializing in HR, this is to empower Dubai Government employees with good education and training." 

In a comment, Matthew Mee, Managing Director CIPD Middle East said "CIPD is incredibly excited and proud to partner with DGHR. We look forward to our collaboration which will help raise HR knowledge and capability, advance workforce management practices and ultimately build better work and working lives throughout the Emirate of Dubai".  

DGHR Department is working on the development of government human resources by aligning HR programmes and initiatives aligned with the Dubai Strategic Plan 2021, the department plays a vital role in improving resources and supporting the performance of HR through the modernization of HR practices and processes continuously, this is to ensure the sustainable supply of talent and high performing employees.

DGHR will offer on its platform, in collaboration with 31 government entities, around 800 vacancies in different specialties and the professional fields of administrative, engineering and technical. The job opportunities would mainly target newly graduated citizens of the UAE and would be divided amongst all government departments, taking into account the variation of the academic backgrounds and expertise.

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About
Dubai Government Human Recourses Department (DGHR) was established under Law no.31 of 2009 issued by H.H Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. DGHR Strategically leads the efforts to modernize the government human resources capital by aligning HR programs and initiatives to implement the Dubai Strategic Plan 2021. DGHR plays a vital role in managing and supporting the transformation of human resources through continuously updating HR practices and processes to ensure sustainable UAE national capability development.

Our Vision:

Sustainable, efficient, empowered & innovative Human Resources that are, exceptionally & efficiently, willing to realize the vision of the government of Dubai.

Our Mission:

To strengthen the role and contributions of human resources in Dubai's public sector, and to support our partners' efforts in advancing the government performance and servicing our society, through:

• Policies and systems that support performance and outcomes.

• Positive working relationships alongside with encouraging work environment that attract competencies and talents.

• Qualitative Emiratisation in addition to national capabilities that are qualified practically and educationally

• Government leaders capable of meeting the present and future expectations of the UAE.

• Modernized work systems and methods that leverage creativity and innovation.

• Sustainability & governance of governmental HR activities & practices.

About CIPD
The CIPD is an independent and not-for-profit organisation and hold a highly respected Royal Charter. As the professional body for HR and people development, we exist to make work and working lives better. And at a time of unprecedented change we have the vision, agility and strength to make a real difference to our members, to businesses, to the economy and to all working people.

Through our expertise and research we provide a valuable point of view on the rapidly changing world of work. And for our members we're the career partner of choice, setting professional standards and providing the know-how to drive the HR and L&D professions forward.

Husni Deyab
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Email: hp@nextpr.co

Zakaria Odeh
Dubai Government Human Resources
Mobile: 050 63520235
Email: zodeh@dgur.gov.ae

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